1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 127 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | City |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
